With over 100 application case studies , we know how to get it right .
5 Considerations When Scaling Production -
Sensitivity to Shear - Some fluids may be shear sensitive meaning they must be handled gently to avoid them being changed during transfer , or can become thicker when pumped .
Solid Handling - When solids are transferred careful consideration needs to be given to the way they are handled . They can be transferred with technologies preserving their shape and consistency , or with designs which can assist with the next stage of production with solids broken down , or partially blended .
Volatile & Corrosive liquids - Volatile and corrosive liquid handling is another consideration such as whether an ATEX design is required or seal less construction to ensure the full containment of fluids .
Other options include the swaging of hose fittings for the safety and security of leak free connections , nozzles for ease of fluid dispensing and speed control to alter dispensing rate and prevent splashing .
Accuracy & Repeatability of Results – The ability to repeatedly batch preset amounts with ease , or record the amounts dispensed with high accuracy ensuring consistency .
Accreditation - Material choice can be puzzling . Whether to adopt an accredited hygienic design , or simply a stainless steel design which can be easily disassembled and cleaned providing peace of mind during testing to simply what is chemically resistant .
High Viscosity Fluid Dispensing
In this project North Ridge were tasked with assisting a client dispensing a product being developed which had the consistency of molten fat .
When cold , the product would solidify making it unpumpable , and near on impossible to remove from the container .
The equipment needed to be hygienic , easily cleanable and handle a wide temperature range , yet consistently transfer differing volumes of liquid as accurately as possible . North Ridge supplied , commissioned and installed a complete automatic batching system to dispense the liquid accurately and repeatedly .
The unit was supplied complete with heat traced hose to ensure the liquid did not solidify in the hose , with the barrel also heat traced to ensure the contents remained liquid and pumpable . As the fluid was heated , it became easily pumpable enabling the client to trial new processes , test small scale batches and trial methods of packing .
Their results are accurate , repeatable & fully traceable enabling them to accelerate production and scaling .
One of the ways avoiding many of the pitfalls during commercialization of fluid process or fluid handling products is to work with a partner who can specify the right pump technology for your process .
With over 100 application case studies , we know how to get it right .
If you have a new process , method or application you are looking to undertake , contact us on 01773 302 600 , email at sales @ northridgepumps . com or visit www . northridgepumps . com to see how we can deliver the results you need .
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